Tahiba Rafiq
Hounslow,Middlesex
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in hands-on learning implementation and special education needs. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through effective lesson planning and behaviour management. Strong communication proficiency facilitates successful parent-teacher collaboration, while safeguarding policy knowledge ensures a secure learning environment. Committed to fostering academic growth through formative assessment and pedagogical expertise, with a focus on continuous professional development.
Ambitious student seeks opportunity to motivate and enthuse students for improved attainment and aspirations. Transforms subject knowledge and passion into relevant, understandable lessons for increased comprehension. Adaptable and proactive to meet changing job and environment demands.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Science teacher
The Green School Trust
Isleworth, Hounslow
2024.07 - Current
- Developed differentiated instruction methods to enhance learning experiences and accommodate diverse student needs and abilities.
- Established strong relationships with parents during parent-teacher meetings, promoting an open line of communication regarding student progress.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that respected diversity and promoted mutual respect amongst students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with clear behaviour expectations.
- Prepared engaging lesson plans for effective teaching.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Took classes and attended workshops to improve knowledge and skills and discover new methods of delivering content.
Trainee teacher
Waldegrave Training Alliance
Twickenham, Middlesex
2023.09 - 2024.07
- Enhanced understanding in pupils, utilising diverse teaching methods.
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain discipline and focus.
- Delivered lessons according to school curriculum guidelines; ensured consistency in teaching standards across all classrooms.
- Established classroom rules and standards of behaviours.
- Gained exposure to different school settings and teaching roles.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Balanced university-based study alongside weekly teaching duties.
UK Border Force
Home Office
Hounslow, Middlesex
2003.10 - 2016.01
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Laboratory technician
St George's Hospital Medical School
Wandsworth, Surrey
2002.09 - 2003.10
- Streamlined sample collection procedures which helped in efficient testing processes.
- Managed and organised inventory to ensure constant availability of necessary supplies.
- Adhered strictly to quality control standards for reliable test outcomes.
- Ensured safety protocols were strictly followed to maintain a secure working environment.
- Increased laboratory efficiency by conducting routine lab tests on various samples.
- Assisted senior scientists in complex experiments, contributing significantly towards breakthroughs.
Laboratory technician
University College London
Bloomsbury, Camden
2001.03 - 2002.02
- Assisted senior scientists in complex experiments, contributing significantly towards breakthroughs.
- Ensured safety protocols were strictly followed to maintain a secure working environment.
- Performed precise measurements using advanced tools which improved accuracy of results.
- Streamlined sample collection procedures which helped in efficient testing processes.
- Prepared laboratory specimens and samples for efficient, accurate testing processes.
Laboratory Scientific Officer
Imperial College School of Medicine
South Kensington, Greater London
1999.10 - 2001.01
- Produced detailed reports by thoroughly analysing scientific data.
- Implemented effective quality control measures with meticulous attention to detail.
- Guaranteed timely delivery of research outcomes by managing tasks effectively within set deadlines.
- Maintained high standards of safety in the lab to prevent accidents and injuries.
Research technician
Imperial College School of Medicine
South Kensington, Greater London
1998.10 - 1999.03
- Assisted senior researchers in project design to achieve research goals.
- Delivered accurate results by conducting detailed laboratory tests.
- Documented all experimental procedures meticulously, aiding replication of experiments.
- Followed research protocols when gathering data and performing lab experiments.
- Supported senior management with the creation and enhancement of continuous improvement procedures.
Education
QTS with PGCE - Education and Teaching
Roehampton University
London 2023.09 - 2024.07
Master of Science - Immunology
Imperial College London
London 1997.09 - 1999.07
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry with Microbiology
Queen Mary and Westfield College
London 1994.09 - 1997.06
BTEC Level 3 Advanced DIploma - Enforcement Detection
Home Office
London 2007.01 - 2008.01
A-Levels - Sociology
Nabwood Grammar School
Bingley, Bradford 1992.09 - 1994.07
A-Levels - Biology
Nabwood Grammar School
Bingley, Bradford 1992.09 - 1994.07
A-Levels - Chemistry
Nabwood Grammar School
Bingley, Bradford 1992.09 - 1994.07
GCSEs - English Language
Nabwood Grammar School
Bingley, Bradford 1989.09 - 1992.07
GCSEs - Maths
Nabwood Grammar School
Bingley, Bradford 1989.09 - 1992.07
Skills
- Hands-On learning implementation
- Special education needs experience
- Parent-Teacher collaboration
- Pedagogical expertise
- Lesson planning
- Safeguarding policy knowledge
- Student engagement techniques
- Formative assessment
- Excellent organisation
- Communication proficiency
- Subject knowledge
- Behaviour management
Languages
Punjabi
Native
Urdu
Native
Affiliations
- Regular member of gym
- Cooking
- Reading
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Science teacher
The Green School Trust
2024.07 - Current
Trainee teacher
Waldegrave Training Alliance
2023.09 - 2024.07
QTS with PGCE - Education and Teaching
Roehampton University
2023.09 - 2024.07
BTEC Level 3 Advanced DIploma - Enforcement Detection
Home Office
2007.01 - 2008.01
UK Border Force
Home Office
2003.10 - 2016.01
Laboratory technician
St George's Hospital Medical School
2002.09 - 2003.10
Laboratory technician
University College London
2001.03 - 2002.02
Laboratory Scientific Officer
Imperial College School of Medicine
1999.10 - 2001.01
Research technician
Imperial College School of Medicine
1998.10 - 1999.03
Master of Science - Immunology
Imperial College London
1997.09 - 1999.07
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry with Microbiology
Queen Mary and Westfield College
1994.09 - 1997.06
A-Levels - Sociology
Nabwood Grammar School
1992.09 - 1994.07
A-Levels - Biology
Nabwood Grammar School
1992.09 - 1994.07
A-Levels - Chemistry
Nabwood Grammar School
1992.09 - 1994.07
GCSEs - English Language
Nabwood Grammar School
1989.09 - 1992.07
GCSEs - Maths
Nabwood Grammar School
1989.09 - 1992.07